Georgia's Senate Primary Rages On as Trump Watches
A contentious Senate primary in Georgia continues to unfold with no clear winner in sight, despite being a top priority for Republican Party leaders. President Donald Trump, who has the power to swing the outcome, is waiting patiently to make his endorsement.
The state of Georgia has become an increasingly crucial battleground in the 2026 midterms, with control of the Senate hanging precariously in the balance. The Democratic candidate, Senator Jon Ossoff, currently holds a narrow lead over Republican candidates vying for the seat.
While President Trump's team is keenly watching the situation, he seems reluctant to intervene early on. Trump has already endorsed preferred candidates in key states like Michigan and North Carolina, but his stance on Georgia remains ambiguous.
Kemp-backed Derek Dooley has been gaining momentum, thanks to Governor Brian Kemp's significant fundraising machine and TV ads worth $467,000. However, Collins and Carter are also vying for Trump's endorsement, which would put an end to the primary contest.
A recent meeting between Dooley and Trump on August 8 was seen as a crucial test of support, but it did not result in any immediate commitment from the president. Instead, it left open the possibility that Trump may endorse one of the remaining candidates in the coming weeks.
As the primary campaign heats up, both Collins and Carter are working to gain Trump's backing, with Collins boasting significant fundraising and polling numbers, while Carter boasts a considerable war chest of $3 million.
Georgia Republicans' situation is uncertain, as they face a monthslong primary battle before gearing up for the general election against Ossoff. The lack of clarity from the White House has left both parties on edge, with national donors keenly watching to see whether Trump will tip the scales in their favor.
Ultimately, the outcome of this high-stakes Senate primary will be shaped by Trump's endorsement and his ability to rally support behind a candidate. With all eyes on Georgia, Republican leaders are holding their breaths as they wait for the president to make his next move.
A contentious Senate primary in Georgia continues to unfold with no clear winner in sight, despite being a top priority for Republican Party leaders. President Donald Trump, who has the power to swing the outcome, is waiting patiently to make his endorsement.
The state of Georgia has become an increasingly crucial battleground in the 2026 midterms, with control of the Senate hanging precariously in the balance. The Democratic candidate, Senator Jon Ossoff, currently holds a narrow lead over Republican candidates vying for the seat.
While President Trump's team is keenly watching the situation, he seems reluctant to intervene early on. Trump has already endorsed preferred candidates in key states like Michigan and North Carolina, but his stance on Georgia remains ambiguous.
Kemp-backed Derek Dooley has been gaining momentum, thanks to Governor Brian Kemp's significant fundraising machine and TV ads worth $467,000. However, Collins and Carter are also vying for Trump's endorsement, which would put an end to the primary contest.
A recent meeting between Dooley and Trump on August 8 was seen as a crucial test of support, but it did not result in any immediate commitment from the president. Instead, it left open the possibility that Trump may endorse one of the remaining candidates in the coming weeks.
As the primary campaign heats up, both Collins and Carter are working to gain Trump's backing, with Collins boasting significant fundraising and polling numbers, while Carter boasts a considerable war chest of $3 million.
Georgia Republicans' situation is uncertain, as they face a monthslong primary battle before gearing up for the general election against Ossoff. The lack of clarity from the White House has left both parties on edge, with national donors keenly watching to see whether Trump will tip the scales in their favor.
Ultimately, the outcome of this high-stakes Senate primary will be shaped by Trump's endorsement and his ability to rally support behind a candidate. With all eyes on Georgia, Republican leaders are holding their breaths as they wait for the president to make his next move.
i mean its so sick!! anyway i was just thinking bout how much i love trying out new recipes at home, and have u tried making sushi rolls from scratch? it's like a science experiment but edible lol! i swear i spent like 3 hours on the phone with my sis last nite bickering over who made the better pad thai recipe, hers or mine... anyway, back to georgia senate primary... i wonder if trump will end up endorsing collins or carter 
like seriously trump is being super quiet about who he's gonna endorse in this primary lol i mean kemp-backed dooley has been doing so well with governor kemp's cash and ads 
but collins is still polling strong too idk what to expect lol will the trump train just come outta nowhere and support one of them or keep us guessing for weeks? 
... if he does make a move though, it could definitely change the course of this primary... and with ossoff holding a narrow lead, the stakes are high 
... i don't think either party can afford to lose control of the senate in 2026...
so like, it's no surprise that Trump is being super vague about endorsing someone in Georgia... I mean, have you seen his track record with endorsements? 
it's always a "maybe" or a "who knows" until the last minute. And good luck to whoever gets picked, they're gonna need it with this crazy primary season 
